Seniors: In the games of Uno — and life — reversals are quite expected

General Interest, Health and Science, Winter 2016

Seniors: In the games of Uno — and life — reversals are quite expected

March 9, 2016

By Hannah Gebresilassie

Studies show laughter leads to a healthier lifestyle, especially with seniors. And that simple reality made for an exciting, laughter-filled match of Uno at Pomeroy Apartments — with positive health benefits to boot — on a snowy game night Feb. 24.

Chicago Cares, a public and community service organization, hosts a monthly game night at the Chicago Housing Authority apartment complex that serves low-income seniors in Edgewater.

“It’s a life-changing game in itself,” said senior resident Percy Trotter following a game of Uno. “It emulates life.”

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Seniors at Pomeroy Apartments participate in a game night hosted by Chicago Cares. (Hannah Gebresilassie/MEDILL)

Photo at top: Pomeroy senior resident Jackson Lionel prepares to make a move in a match of Uno with Chicago Cares volunteers. (Hannah Gebresilassie/MEDILL)